Data integration firm adds cloud veteran Eric Benson to drive consumption-based growth
Matillion, a leading data integration provider, welcomes Eric Benson as its new Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). Benson, a seasoned cloud executive with extensive experience at AWS and VMware, brings a strategic vision and deep industry knowledge to Matillion. His appointment underscores Matillion’s commitment to accelerating growth and innovation in the data integration space.
Benson’s Background and Expertise:
- AWS and VMware Experience: With over 10 years at AWS, Benson held various senior executive roles, including Enterprise Sales, Business Development, and Digital Native Strategy. He later served as VP of Americas Cloud Sales at VMware, where he played a pivotal role in driving revenue growth and establishing key partnerships.
- Strategic Leadership: Benson is known for his ability to develop consumption-based growth strategies, build successful channel partnerships, and scale sales teams. His tenure at AWS and VMware equipped him with valuable insights into cloud technologies and market trends.
- Focus on Real-World Use Cases: Benson’s approach emphasizes practical applications of technology, moving beyond the hype of artificial intelligence to deliver tangible value to customers. His experience aligns well with Matillion’s commitment to providing innovative data engineering solutions for real-world business challenges.
Matillion’s Market Opportunity:
- Data Productivity Cloud: Matillion’s Data Productivity Cloud offers advanced data integration solutions designed to enhance productivity and drive insights from data. With a focus on AI-powered features, Matillion is poised to capitalize on the growing demand for intelligent data engineering solutions.
- Pushdown AI and ETL: Matillion recently announced new features augmenting data engineering, including pushdown AI and ETL capabilities. These enhancements underscore Matillion’s commitment to innovation and addressing the productivity gap in data engineering.
Eric Benson’s appointment as Chief Revenue Officer reflects Matillion’s strategic focus on driving revenue growth and innovation in the data integration market. With his extensive experience and leadership skills, Benson is well-positioned to propel Matillion’s growth trajectory and capitalize on emerging opportunities in the cloud and AI space. Under Benson’s guidance, Matillion is poised to continue delivering value to customers and shaping the future of data engineering.
